Water Meter Technician I

5 days ago

Chesapeake, VA, United States City of Chesapeake Full time
Are you looking for a job that keeps you active?
Do you enjoy the outdoors? Water Meter Technician I may be the job for you
  • Water Meter Technician I performs physically demanding work reading meters.
  • Read water meters on assigned routes and enter readings into the handheld computer.
  • Water Meter Technician must have the ability to walk all day with constant bending and kneeling.
  • Must be able to walk over 10 miles per day. Walking may be for several hours at a time in all kinds of weather.
  • Must be able to visually read meters that may be flooded, muddy, scratched, and cloudy, etc.
  • Accuracy in reading water meters is essential and required.
  • Must have the ability to lift meter box lids that may weigh up to 15 lbs. and drive a vehicle.
  • The candidate for Water Meter Technician I should have problem-solving skills for unexpected incidents which may occur while reading meters.
  • Equipment used includes a city vehicle, handheld computer, screwdriver/pry bar, pump, 2-way radio, sight tube, and small hand trowel.
  • Candidates may encounter dogs, bees, snakes, spiders, etc.
SOME SATURDAYS WILL BE REQUIRED .

EMPLOYEES WILL BE REQUIRED TO RESPOND DURING SEVERE / INCLEMENT WEATHER EVENTS , OTHER EMERGENCIES , OR UNUSUAL CONDITIONS DECLARED BY THE DIRECTOR .

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS :
Requires high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in accounting or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of one month of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :
Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications
Some experience with water meters and hand tools is preferred.
Outstanding customer service skills are necessary.

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